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Humanism in Sixteenth Century Europe

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What was a key belief of humanism during the sixteenth century in Europe?

Promotion of superstitions over reason

Belief in a geocentric model of the universe

Advocacy for autocratic rule

Encouragement of education for everyone (correct)

What did Ptolemy believe about the movement of heavenly bodies in the universe?

They revolved around the sun at varying speeds

They moved in perfect circles around the Earth (correct)

They were stationary in relation to Earth

They moved randomly in different paths

Why did Copernicus' heliocentric model of the universe conflict with traditional beliefs?

It contradicted the Bible's geocentric view (correct)

It proposed a new deity governing celestial movements

It aligned perfectly with Ptolemy's theories

It emphasized epicycles in planetary motion

What did an epicycle represent in Ptolemy's model of planetary motion?

A smaller circle along which planets moved as they orbited a larger circle Signup and view all the answers

How did humanists view the freedom of belief during the sixteenth century in Europe?

They believed each person deserved the freedom to choose their beliefs Signup and view all the answers

Which ancient Greek philosopher's astronomical observations were studied by humanists during this period?

Ptolemy Signup and view all the answers

What was one significant aspect of Copernicus' background that influenced his scientific ideas?

Living with an astronomer during his college years Signup and view all the answers

What did Copernicus propose about the position of the Sun in the universe?

The Sun was the center of the universe and the planets revolved around it Signup and view all the answers

How did Copernicus's theory conflict with the Christian Bible according to some people?

It stated that the Earth moved, which was seen as conflicting with scripture Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the book in which Copernicus published his theory?

De Revolutionibus Signup and view all the answers

What was the difference between the beliefs of Protestants and Catholics during the time of Copernicus's theory?

Protestants believed each person should interpret the Bible, while Catholics believed authority belonged to the clergy Signup and view all the answers

What was Tycho Brahe's proposal regarding the motion of celestial bodies?

The Sun and Moon revolved around the Earth, while other planets revolved around the Sun Signup and view all the answers

What was unique about Tycho Brahe's approach to astronomy?

He was the last major astronomer to work without the use of a telescope Signup and view all the answers

What was Tycho Brahe's goal in studying astronomy?

To find a way to merge Ptolemy's theories with those of Copernicus Signup and view all the answers

How did Tycho Brahe improve the accuracy of his astronomical observations?

He basically enlarged and improved instruments that were already being used Signup and view all the answers